Overflow Thread 1: Cubs vs. Astros, Monday 8/31, 7:05 CT
by Al Yellon on Aug 31, 2009 8:00 PM CDT
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Shalom, y'all
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
First is the worst, second is the best.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
No way dude
NO. WAY.
"This next song... it's about the White Sox. It's called: F*** Em'." - Eddie Vedder
I don't know
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Let'e get some damn runs thread!
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
ninety seventh
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Under Pants CS
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Just thought I'd stop by, see how my favorite online community of Cubs nerds are doing
Can’t stay long though, apparently my house is in danger of burning down… who knew.
"This next song... it's about the White Sox. It's called: F*** Em'." - Eddie Vedder
be safe
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Yep.
It’s pleasant here today… if you like gagging on burning trees and horses.
"This next song... it's about the White Sox. It's called: F*** Em'." - Eddie Vedder
I was there for the last one.
Sucks is an understatement. Stay safe, and get the hell out when you can.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
That's terrible ... how far is the fire from your place?
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Currently 6 miles
which is forever, as far as I’m concerned, but I got a reverse 911 call saying to pack up. Already did that though, just in case. That’s what weekends are for, right?
"This next song... it's about the White Sox. It's called: F*** Em'." - Eddie Vedder
keep us posted as best you can
and best luck, hope you adn your family can stay safe
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Appreciated, everyone
I can’t imagine this being more than an inconvenience for me right now… others aren’t so lucky. My girlfriend’s parents are not allowed back to their house, which is bad news. I’m currently housing my pets AND theirs (6 cats and 3 dogs), and now I have to move THEM somewhere.
On that note, go Cubs – enjoy the game folks.
"This next song... it's about the White Sox. It's called: F*** Em'." - Eddie Vedder
I think so,
But I hope you don’t have to leave. I wish you the best of luck!
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Do whatever it
takes to stay safe. Good luck to you.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Oh wow, take care man.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
7!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
1 too many
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
You're just predicting his next K. Don't worry.
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions
You speak the truth. It was a K looking.
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions
It was
The first graphic is a forward-only variety, tho.
I could make another one, but I’m freaking lazy.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
This is becoming an
all too familiar picture recently.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Nice catch Dome!
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:07 PM CDT reply actions
Nice catch Dome!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
What, is this going to be the "Nice catch Dome!" thread?
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:08 PM CDT reply actions
There's this saying about flattery and imitation...
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Wow, MLB.TV's 4 screen mosaic is just an orgy of baseball.
It’s so glorious.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
I'm still trying to get...
…all four audio feeds at once. Now that would be positively glorious!
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
i think so...
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions
you saw it?!
why didnt you tell me!
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions
dont flatter me
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I was watching fishing.
You should’ve seen the catch.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
You want to to become a kamikaze?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I think that plane has flown.
I do, however, have a bottle of the sake they drank.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Sign Harden to a...
10, 12, 14 million dollar deal now. He’s can’t miss!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
drew
Are we still contending?
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
that depends
Contending with what?
"When you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill
Cubs have some place to be
tonight…
too bad b/c they are still in this
This game is making me sad.
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Maybe we should just pitch aroun Carlos Lee...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
*around
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
hed still hit it out
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions
and cure cancer to all non cub fans
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
didn't he get a walk yet?
Rich has been dispensing them liberally tonight
"When you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill
i meant an intentional one
he would probably still hit one out
by LT on Aug 31, 2009 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Ah its ok
We still have a chance in the wild card!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Anyone who thinks that the Cubs can score 5 runs tonight raise your hand
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
(raises hand meekly)
Maybe…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
They've been known
to so why not.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Are you really Lou's Love Child?
I’d like to see some ID
"When you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill
I was just checking ....
to see what date postseason invoices were sent out to season ticket holders last year (8/22, btw), when Carlos Lee hit that dinger.
OK, I got the message.
Resign Harden
or offer him arbatration. Let’s pay him 10 or 12 million for this dominance.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Garbagetration
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Let's offer him arbatration
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Btter yet
Let’s just give him a long term deal
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
8!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
richie: 96 pitches
oswalt: 45
sometimes i just wish that harden wasnt a strike out pitcher
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
The season's not over
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
9!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
5 - 0
Carlos Lee is winning.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
Carlos Lee: 4
Michael Bourn: 1
Cubs: 0
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Good point
If things hold on as they are right now, are you going to be the token “All they got was one god damn hit” guy this evening.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, two...
But maybe
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
two god damn hits
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm optimistic
I think we still have a chance to get into the playoffs!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
we get it
shut up
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions
watch your mouth
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Lmao
He wouldn’t breathe those words in person.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
I promise ya
I don’t say anything behind a pc that I wouldn’t say in person!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
But he's huge.
Daddy is a multi-billionaire, and he’s mixed martial arts champion.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
yeah I bet
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Thank you
I am sure that he is just striving to find someone who “gets” him
"When you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill
Ahh guys c'mon
I’m just trying to remain positive.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Muffin Man singles
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I already had the 4-3...
…put out penciled in, too.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Just saw that.
I could’ve sworn I saw him earlier…
Weird.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Two hits in a row
5-1 ’Stros, RBI double from Hill
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
How many pitches does Olswalt have
Gameday says 2-seam, 4-seam, cutter, curve, change-up, slider. I thought starters could only have 2.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
That's our starters
But not Lilly
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
2 pitches?
shark is confused
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Pitchers can throw whatever they want, whenever they want, however they want.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
Rothschild is that you?
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions
LBR PH FO
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Why look at a pitch, it aint like its the first one you saw tonight Fonty
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
fontenot is a slightly taller version of miles at this point
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Riot singles
And gets an RBI on the bobbled ball.
5-2
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
About the only thing
He excels in.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Got an origin for that nickname?
Or am I missing something obvious?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I apparently missed where that name came from, too.
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions
San Diego game...
…when all this hoopla seems to have really flared up (again).
Somebody in the stands was shouting “Rabbit Ears! Rabbit Ears!” over and over again. It makes absolutely no sense, and I’m still wondering the meaning behind it. It amuses me though, ’cause it makes no sense.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Which game was that?
I was at the first game in SD, didn’t hear “rabbit ears” at all.
Game, set, match, life!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 31, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't remember.
I think it was the one they had on WGN (if they had one on WGN). You could clearly hear it through the broadcast.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Non sequitor nicknames
Are fine by me
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
As much as he talks about the fans.
I can’t accuse him of not trying.
Change is inevitable; progress is optional.
I'm less sad
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there is hope in my heart
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
alright got two back
give us some hope. cmon cubs
Why is Heilman
A. Still on this team; and
B. Warming up?
by DCCubsFan on Aug 31, 2009 8:30 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Still on this team
hendry didnt approve of the quality of baseballs the giant would give in return for heilman
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Because were...Still contending for a playoff spot!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Really not big Basketball Fan
But glad My hometown finally got a Pro Team.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Not me
I was a fan of the Sonics. I would like to gouge out the eyeballs of your savior, Clay Bennett.
you guys had your chance
You wouldn’t build and you had horrible attendance. Why only when they left, did you guys all of a sudden get so bent out of shape.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
His demands were outrageous
Purposely so, they had to be, it was his get out of Seattle card. He lied to the city when he purchased the team, stating that it was his every intent to keep the franchise in town.
He's a business man
His right to choose the best situation for the team he purchased to be profitable. Still doesn’t change the fact that Seattle didn’t support their basketball team. You guys were among the worst in paid attendance. Your facility was crap and in this day and age for a owner to turn profit, the facility must be modernized.
I must say though the Ford Center is sure looking good with all the renovations that have been done this summer. Nice carpeted seating areas. State of the art facility. Plus we just broke ground on the 10 million dollar practice facility which will among the best in the NBA. On top of all that the roster is getting better by the day!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Lol
OKC does not equal the best situation for ANY professional franchise
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3rd Best
Paid attendance in All of basketball. Our housing market didn’t crash. Were recession proof!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
by cubsluver22 on Aug 31, 2009 10:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Because he is coming in?
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions
B: Because he's now pitching
A: No i deer
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
because 6 walks wasnt enough
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Because the Giants...
…thought they got a better deal with Brady Penny.
If RJ comes back, he’ll pitch out of the pen.
’nuff said.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Question
With Claw leading the way into the abyss that is the end of this season, do you give thought, if you are the Cubs GM (see I didn’t say necessarily Hendry), to looking for a new catcher?
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090831&content_id=6717834&vkey=news_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc
Even though Piniella plans to give Soto less playing time, he said he still sees the 26-year-old as his starting catcher going into next season. He hopes Soto can do well in the final month the 2009 campaign.i believe thats a resounding no
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
They said tonight
the Cubs are encouraging Geo to play winter ball.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
i hope the winter ball facilities bathrooms have smoke detectors
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
yawn, that's so over done
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Fully-baked?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
um no
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
:P
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Have any cookies left?
I
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Yup
Come on over – they’re tasty :)
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I bet they are.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Hey
You don’t know if he smokes weed! He could very well be putting the weed into brownies.
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
I think that's where they mentioned.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
I say give Geo an offseason and next year to prove he wasn't a fluke.
What will it hurt?
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Do they have to have someone monitor his daily life?
Seriously. A conditioning/drug counseling/beard trimming coach?
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions
He also applies his guy-liner
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
They need someone for sure
Seth Rogen was a poor choice last year thats for sure
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Unfortunately, Mauer is not available until after next season...
so Soto gets another year to show what he’s got.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
maybe we can get vmart as a temporary catcher for next year
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions
spend that money on our bullpen and another starter
i firmly believe the offense rebounds next year
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im joking..
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions
I get to fill in for Al.
Bringing reality to all of our wild fantasies.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
I love that idea, but he would be wasted
He is so good at floating back and forth between 1st and C, with D Lee here, his ability would be wasted. So based on previous acquisitions, the odds are good it will happen.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on Aug 31, 2009 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
But Target Field will bring in sooooo much more revenue for the Twins
They’ll resign Mauer to an 8-year deal
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That...
is a good point.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
except when its FREAKING SNOWING!
why they didn’t put a retractable roof on that stadium, I’ll never know
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Put the tent pole
Right on 2nd base
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Right! And give it a cute name!
That way it will just be ‘quirky’
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
Make sure there's a ground rule
To cover batted balls that ricochet off of it.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
i think it should count as a run if it hits it
We’ll call it the “PING! Rule”
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That reminds me...
…does anybody know if the hill n’ flag pole at the Juice Box are “in play”?
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
The hill is
Don’t know about the flagpole
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
If a ball hits the flag pole and stays in, its not home run
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You can sell it to fans, too!
Just like the ridiculous foam rubber “K’s” at AT&T.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
The April in Minnesota
is relatively the same as the April Chicago has. And this April it was actually much nicer. I remember thinking about you poor suckers in Chicago getting snow while I was enjoying 50+ degree days here in MN
Yeah, well see how many pleasant 50+ degree days they get before its a main story on ESPN with the first 4 home dates being snowed out next year
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
Should be beautiful there in the summer though.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
agreed, unfortunately 30% of home dates won't be in "summer" weather
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
I don't see it being a problem
I dont see the difference between a 70 degree rainout or a 30 degree snowout
no difference, but when you have to deal with both, there in lies the problem
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
It can rain in the morning and you can play a game at night
If it snows 8 inches the night before, i doubt they are playing later the next day. and even if they do, attendance would be miniscule
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
Mauer...
…is also the public face of the Twins. He’s going to get a phat contract, and ain’t going anywhere — ever.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Funny thing
I see more Cuddyer jerseys around here. Apparently, the girlies like him
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Odd.
Well, girls are those “casual fans” that are highly sought after. And he’s so-o mid-western…
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
I'm sure he will also be more than happy to take the "hometown discount,"
since he is from MN and all.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
LOL @ Bob.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Doing an ad
for an upcoming dairy give away. He kind of mooed and Len asked him if he was ok. They both started laughing.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
the deadline is noon
not midnight
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Midnight...
to be on a post-season roster.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
They were talking about Brad Penny signing with the Giants since he is a FA.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
Helman gets out of it with no damage
I can haz Marshall?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Unintentional misspell
I swear!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Cubs should have
threatened Heilman with waivers earlier in the season
by VillanuevaExperience on Aug 31, 2009 8:42 PM CDT reply actions
Single and an E9?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Both correct, according to Gameday
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That was up there far too..
…long to be considered a hit. He could’ve and should’ve got it.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Surprisingly
Not disasterous inning for Heilman. Thanks Aaron! Next please.
by DCCubsFan on Aug 31, 2009 8:43 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
I hope you don't want the next Aaron on the team???
by cozmotaylor123 on Aug 31, 2009 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions
if its aaron hill
i might not mind..
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Pence must have gotten some fielding tips from Soriano before the game
"I love California. I practically grew up in Phoenix."
-- Dan Quayle
A few games
Got some RBIs against the Mets, tho.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
i was hoping to use reverse psychology
but it didnt work
by LT on Aug 31, 2009 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Heilman really has been decent.....
He’s just been awful at ALL the wrong times
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
heilman is cosistently incosistent
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions
derrek lee: the exact opposite of ryan theriot
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Come on Dome!!!!
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Ride the Divine Wind!
It’s going to be my new “home run” request.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
+1 for kamikaze reference
Some people say the glass is half empty, some say half full. I say, are you going to drink that?
by BleedsbluinMI on Aug 31, 2009 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions
He missed and landed in the ocean unfortunately
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
Throw another one in the dirt, Roy
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I think I would've bunted.
Oh, and no to your tag line. No Pujols.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Any reasons why you wouldn't want the best player in baseball off of your rival and in your line up?
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
I do.
He’s never tested positive.
He’s been tested more than any other person in the game.
He’s never tested positive.
His number’s have never dropped or dipped. This is not the case for other players expected of using.
He’s never tested positive.
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
by heine41 on Aug 31, 2009 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
The amount of money...
…he would command on the market, and his age. No more excessive contracts for aging All Stars.
I’d prefer Adrian Gonzalez, or attempting to peel Schierholtz away from the Giants. I’m looking for long term investment. And, if we’re getting down to it, D. Lee has been more than acceptable at the 1B.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
His age?
A contract signing albert would be signing him for 7 years of the prime of his career.
He plays 150+ games a year.
He is Albert F’ing Pujols man. Worth every penny he would command on the market.
Plus, with the economy being the way it is, this would be the perfect time to sign a player like this.
Yes, D-Lee has been acceptable, but its Albert F’ing Pujols man.
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
Good AB, tho
Kept himself alive for a while
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
huh?
i cant agree with that assessment. Got to put the ball in play
Didn't say I liked the result
But taking a 1-2 start to an 8-pitch AB in the 6th is still worthy of an “attaboy – get him next time.”
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
C'mon Jake!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Two games in a row
Domes left a guy at third with less than 2 outs with a k. Not good
youre just jealous..
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Are they still together?
At least he looks less like a maroon on the field these past couple of days.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
i dont know
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 31, 2009 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, Ramirez and Fox
hit ’em hard, and they made nice plays. Happened a lot this season.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 31, 2009 8:52 PM CDT reply actions
Well, I was going to write
“DFA Ramirez and Fox,” but I erased it.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 31, 2009 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Fan Cam was meh
Needs moar hot women
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lol theres a big difference between monday night and Saturday afternoon
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2012
Man, it would have been nice to pick up that run
A lot to ask from this team, I know.
by ElHijoDelRonSanto on Aug 31, 2009 8:57 PM CDT reply actions
Sweet singing Billy Williams!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yeap, that was good
He wasnt trying too hard, but he didnt suck either. :D
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by Azul Cachorro on Aug 31, 2009 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions
If you wanna
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
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